Patient Care Tech PCT / CNA | Med Surg Telemetry

Healthcare Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate healthcare team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment. This role offers an opportunity to support patients in their daily activities while working alongside experienced nursing staff. With a focus on teamwork and kindness, you'll be part of a culture that values education and professional growth. Enjoy a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, and a range of benefits designed to support your well-being and career development. This is more than just a job; it's a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Nurse Aide credential from Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and personal care.
• Document patient conditions and maintain cleanliness of patient rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Clinical Skills

Communication

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Patient Care Tech PCT CNA | Med Surg Telemetry

Pay Competitive

Employment type Full-Time

Job Description

Req#: 272805 Details Sign-on bonus: $1500 Department: Med/Surg 7W Telemetry Schedule: Full Time Nights | 7pm to 7:30am with every third weekend and holiday rotation Hospital: Ascension Columbia St. Mary's Hospital Location: Milwaukee WI Benefits Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension. *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Connect with your Talent Advisor today for additional specifics. Responsibilities Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision in assigned area. Aid with entry and exit of patients. Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living. Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Document necessary records. Responsible for keeping patient rooms clean and orderly as well as maintaining medical equipment. Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Nurse Aide credentialed from the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Nursing Assistant credentialed from the state of Wisconsin, and in Nurse Aide Registry with eligibility to work in a hospital setting obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Additional certs may be required by specific job locations. Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. Additional Preferences 7 West is a 32 bed Med/Surg Telemetry with specialty patients in GYN and Oncology. We are looking for associates who are passionate about a strong work culture of kindness, good teamwork, acceptance, and fostering education whenever we can! The population we serve is a wide variety of diagnoses and clinical pathways including: AKI, ETOH Withdrawal, AMS/Falls, Sepsis, DKA, & surgical patients (GI, GU, OB-GYN, Basic Ortho and Neuro, Podiatry)...that is only scratching the surface. This is a floor filled with many learning opportunities and a great way to start your nursing career! Why Join Our Team Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 150,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Pay Non-Discrimination Notice Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Nurse Aide credentialed from the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Certified Nursing Assistant credentialed from the state of Wisconsin, and in Nurse Aide Registry with eligibility to work in a hospital setting obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Additional certs may be required by specific job locations. Education: High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Perform basic clinical and non-clinical patient care activities under supervision in assigned area. Aid with entry and exit of patients. Assist patients with tending to personal care and activities of daily living. Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff. Document necessary records. Responsible for keeping patient rooms clean and orderly as well as maintaining medical equipment.